Saipem Guyana Inc. and the Women’s Chamber of Commerce & Industry Guyana (WCCIG) are set to host a vendor outreach event on August 21, 2024, at the Centre for Local Business Development in Georgetown. The event, titled “Saipem Vendor Outreach – Creating More Diversity in the Local Supplies Chain,” will begin at 10:00 AM.
This event aims to provide valuable networking opportunities with Saipem Guyana’s procurement team and explore ways to integrate into their supply chain. The initiative is open to all, not just WCCIG members, emphasizing inclusivity.
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Rowena Elliot, President of the WCCIG in an invited comment to OilNOW further touched on the significance of the event. “For the WCCIG, this event is about networking and empowering women to engage actively in the burgeoning oil and gas sector, which is pivotal to Guyana’s economic landscape,” she said. Elliot outlined several anticipated benefits:
- Inclusivity and Accessibility: Women-owned businesses and other participants will gain exposure to procurement opportunities that may have been previously inaccessible.
- Capacity Building: Attendees will learn about the requirements and standards needed to qualify as suppliers for Saipem, enhancing their competitiveness.
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- Networking Opportunities: The forum will facilitate connections between women entrepreneurs and industry leaders, fostering future business collaborations.
- Promotion of Gender Diversity: Encouraging the inclusion of women in the supply chain aligns with global goals for sustainable development.
Elliot emphasized that initiatives like this are essential for building a more equitable business environment in Guyana. “We are committed to supporting our members and ensuring that women are not left behind in the economic development of our country,” she stated.
Guyanese authorities have been encouraging the equipment of women with the skills needed to tap into the growing opportunities in the nation’s booming economy. Since 2015, a series of major oil discoveries and the start of production have propelled the small South American country to become the fastest-growing economy in the world.
